Canadian fisheries minister Joanne Thompson announced a total allowable catch of 60,000 tonnes for 2025-2026. The fishery was opened in 2024 for the first time since 1995.
Joanne Thompson retains her role as Minister of Fisheries, as newly-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney makes significant changes to his ministerial team.
The Prince Edward Island-based aquaculture contract research organization has received an Ignition Fund grant to support development of kits for fish and shellfish diseases.